Best of
Spider-Man

2007

Spider-Man: Birth of Venom


Tom DeFalco - 2007
    Collects Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #252-259, #300 and #315-317, Web Of Spider-Man (1985) #1 and material from Secret Wars #8, Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #298-299, Fantastic Four #274, Amazing Spider-Man Annual #25.The Beyonder's Battleworld might seem a strange place to get new threads, but it's Spider-Man who becomes unraveled when his shape-changing costume attempts to darken his life as well as his fashion sense! But ridding himself of his riotous raiment proves an even greater mistake when its alien enmity bonds with mortal madness to form our hero's most dedicated decimator! Plus: the first appearances of Puma and the Rose! Mary Jane Watson's startling secret! And the debut of the battling...Bag-Man!? Guest-starring the Black Cat, the Fantastic Four and more!

Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 11: Back in Black


J. Michael Straczynski - 2007
    Black is his state of mind. But the worst is yet to come for Spider-Man. Get on board here, True Believer, as we gear up for an event that will forever change the life of your favorite web-slinger. There IS no going back. Collects Amazing Spider-Man #539-543.

Spider-Man the Icon: The Life and Times of a Pop Culture Phenomenon


Steve Saffel - 2007
    This full-colour book charts the career of Spider-Man from his four-colour comic days to his big-budget blockbuster present, taking in every aspect of the phenomenon, including rare images of merchandise and unseen artwork from the cartoons.

Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane, Volume 2


Sean McKeever - 2007
    Her name's Gwen Stacy, and she has her sights set on Peter Parker. What's a lovesick Mary Jane to do? Plus: Mary Jane Watson wasn't always the girl she is today. How did she become the sort of person to push her problems away rather than face them? And how is it that Peter Parker, Spider-Man and Spidey's origin itself all play pivotal roles? In My Secret Life, take a look at Mary Jane through the eyes of her supporting cast. What do they think of her, especially now that she's...changed? And what does this change mean for her relationship with Peter Parker. And in Still Friends, what's the story between Mary Jane and Peter in the aftermath of recent shocking revelations? Between Peter and Gwen? Between Liz and - Oh, who CARES? Is that FIRESTAR? Collecting: Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane 6-20

Ultimate Spider-Man, Volume 8


Brian Michael Bendis - 2007
    How violently Ms. Sable wants to handle the situation is strictly up to her. Spinning out of the Ultimate Spider-Man video game (written and designed by our longstanding team of Bendis and Bagley), Ultimate Silver Sable might be the most dangerous foe Spidey has ever faced Plus: the mystery of Ultimate Omega Red And in Deadpool, Spider-Man teams up with his new girlfriend - the X-Men's Kitty Pryde, who gets a new super-hero identity for when she's not hanging with her mutant mates Plus: Meet the dangerous Ultimate Deadpool - and the Ultimate Reavers It's mutant action guest-starring the Ultimate X-Men, with Spidey caught in the middle Also featuring Ultimate Morbius.Collecting: Ultimate Spider-Man 86-96, Annual 1-2

Spider-Man/Black Cat: The Evil That Men Do


Kevin Smith - 2007
    How long will it be before they do some catching up?

Spider-Man 3: Meet the Heroes and Villains


Harry Lime - 2007
    And they are lucky to be friends with a hero like Spider-Man. As long as there are villains out there, the world will always need its heroes.

John Romita: And All That Jazz


Roy Thomas - 2007
    In this new book, -Jazzy- John Romita -- the artist who made The Amazing Spider-Man Marvel's #1-selling comic book in the 1960s -- talks about his life, his art and his contemporaries! Authored by former Marvel Comics editor in chief and top writer Roy Thomas and noted historian Jim Amash, it features the most definitive interview Romita's ever given, about working with such comics legends as Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, following Spider-Man co-creator Steve Ditko as artist on the strip, and more! Plus, Roy Thomas shares memories of working with Romita in the 1960s-70s, and Jim Amash examines the awesome artistry of Ring-a-Ding Romita! Lavishly illustrated with Romita's art -- original art and unseen masterpieces -- as well as illos by some of Marvel's and DC's finest, this is at once a career overview of a comics master, and a firsthand history of the industry by one of its leading artists!

Marvel Heroes: The Battle Unfolds (Fold-Out Flap Book)


Tom DeFalco - 2007
    A team of Super Villains has stolen a top secret Power Gem and it's up to Spider-Man, Captain America, Wolverine, and members of the Fantastic Four to stop the plot and discover the mastermind behind it. Each action-packed page unfolds to reveal another panoramic Super Hero scene. Marvel fans will love the big colorful scenes as the story builds to its surprising climax.This unique, giant fold-out flap book will have Marvel characters jumping off the pages. Kids can read about all their favorite characters then add to the drama with giant flaps that open up, down, right, and left to create giant panoramic scenes.- Characters include Spiderman, Wolverine, Captain America and the Fantastic Four.- Includes giant fold-out flaps that open up, down, left, and right to create giant, panoramic scenes.

Spider-Man: Friend or Foe - Official Strategy Guide


Jennifer Sims - 2007
    This is a problem too big for just one hero. Our hero will need all the help he can get--from friends and foes--on this epic quest to overcome a worldwide evil threat. Make sure you bring these invaluable skills to the fight...   PHANTOM-CRUSHING TACTICS Use our walkthrough strategy to defeat myriad foes while recruiting a host of nemeses to your side, obtain every DNA Helix, discover hidden Tech Tokens, and acquire all character abilities in all five world locations!   SIDEKICK SELECT A complete rundown of all Spider-Man’s friends and former foes, including each character’s unique abilities!   UPGRADE LAB Spend your Tech Tokens to maximum effect. We provide a comprehensive listing of upgrades to vital statistics and abilities, along with Power-ups you can add to your inventory!   VERSUS MODE Tips for facing off against other players in one-on-one competition!   PHANTOM GALLERY Meet the creatures causing the chaos. From the early prototypes to the later symbiote-laced models, this is where to learn about the enemy.   PLUS: Helicarrier basics, Xbox Achievements, and more!   Platform: Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, Nintendo Wii and PC Genre: Action/Adventure This product is available for sale worldwide.

The Spider-Man Chronicles: The Art and Making of Spider-Man 3


Grant Curtis - 2007
    Curtis has hand selected a phenomenal collection of unpublished concept art, sketches, models, and his own behind-the-scenes photography, and pairs these brilliant visuals with his detailed account of how the film was madefrom the story and casting to the costumes, production, and special effects. Everything that the serious fan wants is here: early story notes on Vulture, who was later replaced by Venom; shooting locations in Los Angeles, New York, Cleveland, and elsewhere; the real world materials and computer wizardry that brought Sandman to life; transforming Spider-Man's suit into something darker, more sinister, and otherworldly; and much more. Contributions from the key players, including director Sam Raimi, the production designers, costume designers, and visual effects technicians complete this celebration of a groundbreaking motion picture. Spider-Man, the Character: TM & 2007 Marvel Characters, Inc. Spider-Man 3, the Movie: 2007Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. All rights reserved.

Spider-Man: The Clone Trap


Benjamin Harper - 2007
    Whether he is shooting a web to catch a villain or swinging from building to building, this superhuman hero has caught the imaginations of boys everywhere.Follow the adventures of one of the most popular comic book superheroes in these two latest titles in the Spider-Man series. The easy-to-handle format and colorful illustrations encourage early readers, particularly boys 4-9, to take this book along anywhere so they can journey to the world of superheroes and villains time and again.

Secrets of Spider-Man Revealed


Robert E. Weinberg - 2007
    Then, the world discovered he was ordinary Peter Parker, transformed by a radioactive spider-bite—and it seemed that all of Spider-Man’s secrets were known. Not so! Secrets of Spider-Man Revealed shows just how much more there is to your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man™. Spanning the full length of the popular character’s colorful career, it offers heretofore hidden and detailed descriptions of his powers and accessories, his friends and adversaries, and his most exciting adventures. Full of facts and fun, this handbook is an indispensable guide to a classic comic book hero—and a superb accompaniment to the upcoming blockbuster Spider-Man 3, scheduled for release in May 2007. And that’s no secret.